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Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden's Discovery Center Re-Opens This Weekend

Bobby G. — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:00:00 +0000

After months of hard work Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden is excited to announce that the Discovery Center will re-open on Saturday! Even though they are still finalizing the finishing touches, Mesker Park Zoo knows how important it is to have the chance to enjoy the zoo this Memorial Day Weekend. You will be able to find the [...]

The Evansville Otters Are Back At Bosse Field This Weekend

Bobby G. — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:20:12 +0000

The Evansville Otters return to historic Bosse Field for a 5-game home stand from May 24th through May 30th…starting with games against the Windy City Thunderbolts this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Before I go any further, let me first congratulate (former) Evansville Otters first basemen/designated hitter Andrew Clark (pictured) on getting picked up by the Chicago [...]

The 10 Best Indy 500 Finishes of All-Time

Joe Student — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:00:40 +0000

The Indianapolis 500 is the world's largest single-day sporting event. Approximately 400,000 fans will crowd the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend to watch "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" at the 2.5-mile oval track. While drivers average speeds well in excess of 150 miles per hour, sometimes the race comes down to the final lap. Here are the 10 best Indy 500 finishes of all-time:

Burdette Park Aquatic Center & Miniature Golf Open This Weekend

Bobby G. — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:35:08 +0000

Burdette Park Aquatic Center & Miniature Golf Facility will open for the summer season this Saturday, May 25th! The Aquatic Center, with 4 adult super slides and 4 kid slides, is a haven for water enthusiasts. It also offers an Olympic size pool, diving well and children’s area with a Spray Park that houses models [...]

18 Signs That You're at an Awful Barbecue

Danny Gallagher — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:36:23 +0000

Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer, and that means it’s time for one of our favorite things: grilling. Sometimes, however, what should be such a simple process can go horribly wrong. Grilling a burger or a steak might seem like an easy, straightforward event—after all, it’s how cavemen managed to cook food [...]

Indiana Military Museum Plans Grand Opening At New Location

Mike Adams — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:20:29 +0000

History enthusiasts will soon get to enjoy the Indiana Military Museum’s new location, as the facility is preparing for its grand opening at the end of the month.

According to a press release, the Indiana Military Museum will celebrate the completion of their move from outside of Vincennes to a new building in close proximity to downtown on May 31.

Seven Heartwarming Videos of Surprise Military Homecomings

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 01 May 2013 15:36:43 +0000

Memorial Day was created to commemorate all the American servicemembers who have died while serving our country. With so many military men and women currently on dangerous overseas assignments, it’s also a time to think about their sacrifice, and the sacrifice of their families back home. In these videos, families of soldiers get the surprise and [...]

Barbecue Recipes for Memorial Day Weekend — Watch How to Do Them Right

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 01 May 2013 15:21:42 +0000

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of barbecue season and will find many Americans firing up the grill over the holiday weekend.

Part of the beauty of grilling is its simplicity, but that doesn't mean you can't improve your grill repertoire or technique. We've compiled a list of recipes and tips that can help you become a master of the open flame:

Professional Sports' 5 Biggest Memorial Day Moments

Danny Groner — Wed, 01 May 2013 14:59:04 +0000

Memorial Day weekend, which is coming up soon, doesn’t offer a a reprieve from the daily grind for many athletes. The NBA and NHL playoffs are still smoking hot, and Major League Baseball is in full swing. Some professional athletes and fans are honoring American servicemembers at the ballpark and inside arenas. As we memorialize [...]

Eight Heartwarming Videos of Soldiers' Surprise Homecomings

WGBF-AM — Mon, 30 May 2011 10:00:04 +0000

On Memorial Day, we commemorate all the U.S. soldiers who've died while serving our country. With so many of our servicemen and women currently on dangerous overseas assignments, it's also a time to think about their sacrifice, and the sacrifice of their families back home.

In these videos, families of soldiers get the surprise and relief of a lifetime when their loved ones return home from duty unannounced. You'll really want to grab a box of tissues before watching.

8 Great Summer Vacation Movies [VIDEOS]

WGBF-AM — Fri, 27 May 2011 20:28:08 +0000

While summer doesn't officially start until June 21, Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning to the hottest season at the movies.

Summer loses some of its meaning when you're an adult, since it no longer comes with a moths-long break from the grind.

Nevertheless, we can all still enjoy a good movie about summer vacations. After the jump, check out eight of our favorites.

DVDs4Vets – How Can You Help?

John Story — Thu, 26 May 2011 14:36:43 +0000

Here’s a rather unusual idea to be of help to vets by donating new or used movies on DVD. At this time of year, we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Many of us want to show our gratitude to all military veterans who have proudly served our country. One such [...]

Barbecue Recipes for Memorial Day Weekend [VIDEOS]

WGBF-AM — Thu, 26 May 2011 12:47:36 +0000

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of barbecue season and will find many Americans firing up the grill this holiday weekend.

Part of the beauty of grilling is its simplicity. But that shouldn't mean you can't improve your grill repertoire or technique.

We've compiled a list of recipes and tips that can help you become a master of the open flame.

Check them out after the jump.

Rush Taking Holiday Off On Monday

John Story — Wed, 25 May 2011 14:13:52 +0000

Another WGBF host goes missing on Memorial Day Monday. Dear EIB Member, Rush will be out Monday, May 30th, 2011 in honor of Memorial Day. A “Best of Rush” will air. Rush will return live on Tuesday, May 31st, 2011

10 Extreme BBQ Aprons for Memorial Day Weekend

WGBF-AM — Wed, 25 May 2011 14:02:43 +0000

In honor of Memorial Day, and all the barbecuing that will take place during the three-day weekend, we've compiled a gallery of handmade aprons from craft site Etsy that are sure to let everyone know who's boss of the grill.

- Contributed by Jeremy Tay

Mark Levin On Vacation

John Story — Mon, 23 May 2011 16:26:41 +0000

WGBF’s 5pm host, Mark Levin, is on vacation this week, and Citadel Radio has supplied the names of his guest hosts. Monday – Tom Marr (WCBM) Tuesday – Mark Simone (WABC) Wednesday – Inga Barks (KMJ) Thursday – Brian Sussman (KSFO) Friday – TBD Monday (Memorial Day) – Inga Barks (KMJ)

Memorial Day Weekend Movie Guide

WGBF-AM — Mon, 23 May 2011 11:53:02 +0000

Since we can’t spend the entire Memorial Day weekend barbecuing, many Americans observe the day by hopping over to the local cinema to take in a blockbuster movie and some free air conditioning. Memorial Day 2011 boasts some great flicks, from the Kenneth Branagh-directed treatment of “Thor” to the much-anticipated sequel to “The Hangover” to Woody [...]